Earlier in the month, I wanted to use Ace of Base ‘The Sign’ in my first showdown but I decided it was best to sit that battle out. That’s okay, I’m running with it now.  I picked the 1994 hit because it released the same year and month of DS’s birth.  It’s also interesting to me that AoB was established in 1990 which is the year DD#2 was born whose birthday was yesterday. 

Anyhow, this is who I came up with for this battle showdown.

The first contender is a band I shared in last year’s March 1st showdown so this was a happy discovery and sealing them for one of my top two feature mewsicians.  Give a listen to Swedish Hitz Goes Metal!

The next contender is a new-to-me American rock band based in Tempe, Arizona.  When I stumbled on them, my first thought was the Pine Tree state but obviously, I missed that. Anywho, give a listen to The Maine!

Remember there’s no wrong vote, except a no-vote! Whatcha got to lose voice your opinion in comments by telling me which band you like the best – 🎸Swedish Hitz or The Maine🎸!

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You’ll find more awesome battles underway at some of these blog listed below (not everyone is doing the bi-monthly showdowns now) and if you’d like to be included in the fun, then contact Stephen requesting to be added to the list.

✩ai loves music✩ (Amy), Angels Bark (Michele),  Cherdo on the Flipside,  The Doglady’s Den (Debbie),   Jingle Jangle Jungle (Mary), Mike’s Ramblings,   STMcC Presents BoTB (Stephen, BoTB Manager),   The Sound of One Hand Typing (John), &  Tossing It Out (Lee)

 

Polls close May 21st noon (EST)!

 

DID YOU VOTE? No! Okay, but if you leave WITHOUT voting, I won’t be held responsible for what happens to your computer. Just saying is all. 😂

 

A few views from Mother’s Day…. a creamy treat from Freddy’s!

DH enjoyed a single serving of vanilla soft-serve while I indulge my taste buds to a mini Signature Turtle Sundae. Do you have a Freddy’s in your area? Their soft-serve is de-e-e-licious! We’re eager to try their burgers and fries as soon as DH is off his restricted diet. 🙂

 

DH being the sweetheart that he is got me this adorable pink rose plant from Walmart! I hate to remove it from its container but I have to if I want it to grow big and beautiful! 

 

 

I’m dismissing with the linky party with Internet traffic slowing down for the summer but you’re welcome to leave a breadcrumb (direct link) in comments for others to easily find you.  😉

Yesterday, DH saw his retina surgeon.  In case you don’t know, DH had a detached retina two years ago which meant countless visits and procedures. I’m happy to report that he no longer has to go back to see him again!  Yippee!

Tomorrow, I hope to join my friend in the launch of her Thursday Art with Rain hop if I can get my sketch done in time and I hope you’ll stop in for a peek. Have a wonderful day!  X💋X💋, Cathy